MINI presented the new 3-door MINI Cooper in September, currently only with electric engines . A few weeks after the official debut, the new model is about to arrive in Italy where it is was shown at the House of Mini in Milan in via Montenapoleone (together with the new Countryman). In fact, orders will officially open on 18 October. In a couple of days, therefore, we will also be able to discover the official price lists (it should start from around 37-38 thousand euros for the SE). Meanwhile, the car manufacturer has reiterated the main characteristics of the Cooper SE, the most popular variant. performance of the new model.
402 KM OF RANGE 
We know the design of the new MINI Cooper well. The proportions are still the classic ones of the 3-door MINI, with short overhangs and a short bonnet. At the front, in particular, we find the new circular LED headlights and the octagonal grille. The manufacturer has worked hard to optimize the most aerodynamics possible to reduce consumption and improve autonomy. The result is a Cx of 0.28.
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Compared to the previous generation, the passenger compartment is been revised. The dashboard is dominated by the 9.4 inch circular OLED displayfrom which it will be It is possible to view all the operating information of the car, the classic instrumentation is missing, as well as being able to manage all the functions digital made available by infotainment. The curved plank is made for the first time with textile surfaces. Thanks to the MINI Experience Modes you will be It is possible to change the graphics of the infotainment system and the operation of the powertrain.
As far as mechanics are concerned, the MINI Cooper SE can count on a single electric motor with 160 kW/218 HP and 330 Nm of torque. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h takes just 6.7 seconds. The unit electric is powered by a 54.2 kWh battery located in the floor of the car which allows a range of 402 km according to the WLTP cycle.
The battery can be recharged up to a maximum power of 95 kW in direct current. 30 minutes are enough to charge the battery from 10% to 80%.
We remind you that the MINI Cooper will be However, it is also offered in the E variant with a 135 kW/184 HP engine, 40.7 kWh battery (75 kW maximum direct current charging power) and 305 km autonomy.
On the systems front driving assistance, the car can count on 12 ultrasonic sensors and four surround cameras. Thanks to the MINI Parking Assistant Plus, the car can identify more clearly the possible parking spaces. Also taking advantage of the Explore Mode, the new MINI Cooper SE can be easily controlled and parked from outside using a smartphone if side space is limited. too small to fit. Once parked, the Remote 360 option allows you to view the surroundings of the parked vehicle via the MINI App. In the future, variants equipped with internal combustion engines will also arrive.
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